1996 Ford Taurus vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1996 Ford Taurus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 627 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Taurus | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Taurus | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
